Thunes, a global cross-border payment infrastructure provider, has launched a pay-to-card solution, expanding its global direct network to enable real-time cross-border payments to 15 billion cards worldwide, including Mastercard, Visa and UnionPay.
This addition brings the company’s direct network to 22 billion endpoints, enabling users to send payments directly to cards, mobile wallets and bank accounts worldwide through a single integration.
The pay-to-card feature builds on Thunes’ existing pay-to-wallet and pay-to-bank services, offering members access to diverse financial ecosystems through one platform.
It marks an effort by Thunes to streamline cross-border payments and broaden financial access, particularly for businesses seeking efficient and cost-effective ways to transfer money internationally.
By adding card payments to its repertoire, Thunes aims to serve a diverse range of industries that require global payment capabilities, such as super apps, gig economy platforms, financial institutions and money transfer operators.
Floris de Kort, CEO of Thunes, said: “This is a significant milestone for Thunes as we continue to expand the global reach of our network and drive innovation in the global payments space.
“Our pay-to-card solution enables our members to make real-time payouts to billions of cards globally, using the same connection that provides access to over seven billion mobile wallets and bank accounts, empowering them to make cross-border payments with unprecedented ease and efficiency – regardless of transaction type.”
Chloe Mayenobe, president and COO of Thunes, also added: “With this launch, Thunes strengthens its position in the cross-border payment industry. As businesses and individuals increasingly seek faster and more reliable payment solutions, Thunes remains at the forefront of innovation, connecting the world’s leading fintech innovators, financial institutions and marketplaces with the global financial ecosystem.”
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